Sited within 4 acres of land on the green belt of Ormskirk, this is a
new build farmhouse conceived for a growing family. Maintaining a
farmhouse vernacular in terms of form and in keeping with the historical
clustering of farm buildings in the area; the design is a contemporary
interpretation of the farm house.
A series of courtyards and water bodies break up the massing;
allowing a transitional space between areas. The basic layout hugs the
site; giving rise to a secure central courtyard that is flanked by two
wings. A semi-sunken swimming pool looks out onto the expansive view of
the surrounding hills and countryside. The material palette is kept
earthy; a combination of stone, insulated render, IPE timber slats and
glass.
The project prides itself on exploiting a vast number of sustainable
measures in the new build. Ground source heat pump, heat exchange, rain
water harvesting and photo-voltaic panels are incorporated along with
utilising SIPs (Structural Insulated Panels) as the main construction
method.
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